15 Days Best Tanzania Wildlife & Zanzibar Beach Safari

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15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari Overview

This 15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari offers you the opportunity to catch a glimpse of Tanzania’s nature, wildlife, and beautiful beaches. The all-inclusive adventure will yield incredible sightings of the black-and-white colobus monkeys in Arusha National Park before having an up-close encounter with herds of elephants in Tarangire National Park.

You will enjoy the overwhelming wildlife and breath-taking savannah landscape of the Serengeti, highlighted by the yearly world-famous wildebeest migration. This is the movement of thousands of wildebeest and zebra across the savanna into Masai Mara, daring the dangerously Nile crocodile-infested Mara River in search of fresh grazing.

Ngorongoro Crater features one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Get a chance to descend into the crater and get rewarded with the sight of lots of wildlife species, including elephants, lions, warthogs, zebras, and many bird species.

Climax your 15 days Tanzania wildlife and Zanzibar Safari by relaxing on white-sand beaches surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of Zanzibar! Flexibility to travel at your own pace, exactly the way you like it, is a guarantee.

Dunia Camp - Serengeti
Zanzibar Island

Quick Safari Details

Country: Tanzania.

Departure City: Arusha.

End City: Zanzibar Island.

Destinations: Arusha National Park, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park and Zanzibar Island beach.

Group Type: Private.

Number of People: Tailored.

Availability: Year-Round.

Dates: Open.

Duration: 15 Days.

Cancellation Policy: Up to 90 days.

Activities: Intense game drives, Hot Air Balloon and wildlife, Masai cultural visit and Zanzibar beach experience.

Price: Request a quote.

Safari Highlights

  • An opportunity to experience great game viewing in one of the most spectacular wildlife reserves in Africa
  • The annual great wildebeest migration showcase and fantastic wildlife viewing all-year-round
  • Drift over the beautiful landscape of the Serengeti in a hot air balloon as you watch the sunrise above. Have excellent views of wild game roaming the vast plains below.
  • Enjoy a sumptuous champagne breakfast laid out in the wild African savanna at the end of your flight. Dine on eggs, sausages, and bacon, all cooked over a charcoal fire in the bush.
  • Relax on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar while enjoying optional activities like snorkeling, caving, surfing, and more.

Know Before You Go.

  • This 15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari involves a scheduled local flight between Serengeti’s Seronera Airstrip and Zanzibar (528.6 km, approx. 5.5 hrs.).
  • Note that agility is required to embark and disembark the balloon basket. Wildlife viewing, quantity, and species of animals seen are dependent upon local conditions, including weather, wind, and seasonal migration patterns. The take-off time and duration of the flight and safari may vary due to weather conditions. Balloon rides vary but are usually 45 minutes to an hour. 

15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari Detailed Itinerary

Meet your Tanzania safari guide on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and proceed to your lodge or hotel in Arusha. The rest of the day is for leisure and entertainment; relax and enjoy the African atmosphere as you interact. Your safari commences the following day.

  • Accommodation & meals: Okaseni Lodge/KiliCrane Lodge/Villa Maua Arusha.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Today is still at leisure to give you time to acclimatize. You may relax at the swimming pool or explore the environment surrounding the lodge. Your private guide will visit you at the lodge for a safari briefing. You may choose to do an activity on this day, as there are a number of options you may engage in, like walking, canoeing, or a city tour.

After breakfast at your lodge or hotel, your guide will pick you up and drive you to Arusha National Park, where your safari starts. This charming park has a rich diversity of landscape and wildlife, from lakes, waterfalls, and swamps to volcanoes, mountains, and tropical rainforest. They attract many beautiful birds, including silvery-cheeked hornbills and thousands of pink-hued flamingos. This is the only park in northern Tanzania where you can easily sight the black-and-white colobus monkey.

Canoeing or walking safaris with an armed ranger are some of the popular activities in this park. This is an opportunity to enjoy wildlife up close from a different perspective than sitting in a safari vehicle.

  • Accommodation & meals: Hatari Lodge/Ngurdoto Mountain Lodge/Legendary Lodge.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.  

It is your great moment of enjoyment! Therefore, at your convenience, you can choose to relax at the pool or get involved in one of the many activities such as mountain biking through the villages, observing the beauty of the countryside, visiting the Materuni Waterfalls at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, taking a walking tour through coffee plantations, visiting the local market, horseback riding, taking a nature walk, or canoeing at Lake Duluti.

  • Accommodation & meals: Okaseni Lodge/KiliCrane Lodge/Villa Maua Arusha.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.  

After breakfast, you will transfer to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. This park has an authentic safari atmosphere, although it is one of the less known parks in Tanzania. The hilly landscape, scattered with grand baobab trees against the blue sky, offers spectacular sightings. Witness the world’s largest concentration of elephants. Herds of up to 300 elephants can be seen around the Tarangire River, drinking or enjoying a mud bath. Apart from elephant sightings, Tarangire is a popular birder’s paradise. In the area around these swamps, you can also see lions, leopards, cheetahs, and even tree-climbing pythons.

You will have a picnic lunch on arrival before embarking on your first game drive from late afternoon to sunset. Tarangire forms the centre of an annual migratory cycle that includes up to 3,000 elephants, 25,000 wildebeest, and 30,000 zebras.

  • Accommodation & meals: Marera Valley Lodge/Maramboi Tented camp/Country Lodge.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. 

Have breakfast at your lodge and journey to Serengeti National Park to observe its stunning landscape in some of the most impressive nature documentaries. Its endless plains and abundant wildlife are unsurpassed. The renowned wildebeest migration is probably the highlight of the Serengeti. It is a true spectacle and impressive to watch millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles thunder across the endless plains of the Serengeti. Together with your private guide, you will be looking for the herds across the plains. Apart from the migratory ungulates, you will also get to see lots of predators like lions, cheetahs, leopards, and many more following on their heels. Expect to be impressed by the captivating beauty of Africa’s most famous park. We also recommend taking a balloon safari if you like to watch wildlife from a different perspective. What an amazing experience to drift silently above the plains with herds of wildlife below!

  • Accommodation & meals: Asilia Dunia Camp/Mawe Tented camp/Serengeti Green Hills Camp.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. 

 

Have breakfast and drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will have the opportunity to sight lots of wildlife in their natural habitat. After arriving at the crater rim, you will descend to the Ngorongoro Crater floor. The views are spectacular! This collapsed volcano creates a unique ecosystem with a wide variety of vegetation. Enjoy excellent views of the beautiful colours of the landscapes and the diversity of animals. The crater is home to the highest concentration of wildlife in Africa, comprising elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, and even the rare black rhino. This is one of the best places to sight all of the Big Five in just one trip. The views from the crater rim over the crater floor are incredible. No wonder! Ngorongoro Crater has been chosen as one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders. There are a range of activities to do in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, like visiting a Masai village or the Elephant Caves.

  • Accommodation & meals: Ngorongoro Wildlife lodge/country Lodge at Karatu/Marera Valley Lodge.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. 

Have a quick breakfast and drive to Seronera airstrip for a connecting flight to Zanzibar Island. Upon arrival at the airport, your personal driver will be waiting to transfer you to your beach hotel. Have lunch immediately as you unwind and enjoy laid-back beach life on the tropical Zanzibar Island. You will see miles and miles of white sandy beaches dotted with palm trees, surrounded by the clear, azure water of the Indian Ocean. Take two days of leisure with no activities planned. You can explore the amazing coral reefs and swim among tropical reef fish. The beautiful beaches offer plenty of opportunities for surfers, snorkelers, divers, and sunbathers.

  • Accommodation & meals: Sarabi Beach Hotel/Double Tree by Hilton Hotel/The Loop.
  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Take in the final tastes of this African feel as you pack up your baggage for your next move. You may explore or relax in the early hours, depending on your flight schedule. Your driver will transfer you to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight.

  • No accommodation.
  • Meals: Breakfast.

End of the 15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari.

Safari Includes

  • Transfers in 4WD.
  • Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
  • Local guide.
  • Fees & permits.
  • Bottled drinking water.
  • English speaking guide/driver.
  • All activities in the travel plan except the optional ones.

Safari Excludes

  • Visa & Travel insurance.
  • Emergency medical bills.
  • Trip cancellation insurance.
  • Drinks/cigarettes.
  • Laundry services.
  • Gratuities/tips to local guides.
  • Private tour /optional activities.
  • Hotel/lodge fees after your safari.

Start planning a dream safari with us. You can book this safari itinerary, create one from scratch with the help of an African safari expert, or customize one of our suggested tours to suit your travel preferences.

Important Notes for the 15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari

  • The 15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari is limited to a maximum of six travelers per vehicle, and a 30% deposit is required on confirmation.
  • Travelers with special needs may be required to pay an extra fee for necessary facilitation.
  • Dinner and accommodations before and after the trip are not included in the overall tour cost.
  • This 15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari is tailor-made and can be customized to your own style of travel. You can set your own dates (subject to availability) and choose your accommodation facilities with our guidance. The accommodations selected here are what we think will suit this kind of tour and are where we have the best rates for you.
  • The accommodation often gets packed during the migration season and is only confirmed upon making a deposit. Kindly book early to ensure you don’t miss your preferred accommodation.
  • Due to the uncertainty of travel during these times, you can postpone your trip up to 12 months ahead (considering accommodation availability) and have a minimum of 30 days to cancel.

Tips for the 15 Days Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari

  • Do not forget your water-proof hiking shoes or closed shoes.
  • Rain poncho during the rainy season.
  • Camera with an additional battery and charger.
  • Binoculars for birders
  • Sun hat.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Insect repellent.

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